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Luminous in India

The Luminous Smiles Foundation was started in 2019, and shortly thereafter we visited 2 schools in India. While there we distributed 300 toothbrushes, floss, and oral hygiene products along with performing dental exams and oral hygiene instructions.

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#43 Digital Dentist Series

Find out how to fuel a profitable practice as Dr. Desai reveals the secrets to cross-selling, case presentation, and building your dream clinic.

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“Stamp” Technique to Recreate Accurate Occlusal Topography for Direct Composite Posterior Restorations

Simplify the restoration process, reduce chairside time and improve patient outcomes.

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Something Luminous Shines in Newport

Show Us Your Best Smile: The Advanced Techniques & Experience of Dr. Dimple Desai

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Inside Dentistry December 2024 cover

Achieving Longevity in Posterior Composite Restorations

Techniques for optimal outcomes

READ ABOUT posterior restorations
Inside Dentistry September 2024 cover

Composite Bonding in the Esthetic Zone

Simplified system facilitates restoration of function and esthetics with a single shade

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Inside Dentistry November 2023 cover

Full Mouth Rehabilitation With All-Ceramic Restorations

Replacing discolored and chipped composites to restore function and esthetics.

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Dentistry Today September 2023 cover

Smile Makeover With Direct Composite Veneers

Clinical Life Summer 2023 cover

Patient Management and Treatment of the Midline Diastema

Clinical Life Winter 2023 cover

Smile Enhancement in the Era of Minimal Tooth Reduction

Detailed pre- and postpreparation records ensure outcomes meet expectations.

READ ABOUT SMILE ENHANCEMENT
Inside Dentistry December 2022 cover

Laboratory Communication Essentials

Detailed pre- and postpreparation records ensure outcomes meet expectations.

READ ABOUT COMMUNICATION ESSENTIALS
Inside Dentistry November 2022 cover

Restoration of a Class I Malocclusion Case

Clear aligner therapy and minimally invasive veneers deliver a conservative yet highly esthetic outcome.

READ ARTICLE ABOUT MALOCCLUSION
Clinical Life Fall 2022 cover

Ask the Expert: An Interview with Dimple Desai, DDS, AAACD on Universal Composite

Inside Dentistry October 2022 cover

Professional Whitening Made Easy

Ivoclar’s VivaStyle® Whitening Program combines premium quality with convenience and affordability.

READ ARTICLE ABOUT WHITENING
Inside Dentistry September 2022 cover

Tools of the Trade

The profession of dentistry is undergoing substantial changes that are directly affecting the range of services provided by general practitioners (GPs).

READ ARTICLE ABOUT SPECIALITY SERVICES
Inside Dentistry August 2022 cover

Learning About and Applying the Latest Materials

Evanesce™ Nano-Enhanced Universal Restorative from Clinician’s Choice® makes shade matching easy.

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How to Deal With Challenges of Esthetic Rehabilitation and the Senior Patient

Loss of interdental papilla and ‘black triangles’ can be a common hurdle when treating older patients.

READ ABOUT ESTHETIC REHABILITATION
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Prepless Veneers for Fractured and Worn Maxiallry Teeth

Lithium disilicate provides a highly esthetic and strong long-term result.

READ ARTICLE ON PREPLESS VENEERS
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Q&A with Dr. Dimple Desai

Riviera's Dynamic Women featured in September issue of Modern Luxury.

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Fight gum disease now.

Your Gums Deserve Concierge Care Too: How Dr. Desai Tackles Gum Disease With Precision

The Luxury Approach to Gum Health When you think of luxury dental care, your mind might go straight to veneers or smile makeovers—but what about your gums? Gum health is the foundation of a beautiful smile and a healthy body, and it deserves just as much attention as your teeth. At Luminous Smiles, Dr. Desai…
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Teeth whitening at the dentist is best.

Why Whitening at the Dentist Is So Much Better Than That Kit in Your Bathroom Drawer

Ditch the drugstore, and get the glow you deserve! Let’s be honest—those teeth whitening kits in your bathroom drawer are tempting. They promise dazzling results at a fraction of the cost of professional care. But if you’ve ever been disappointed by uneven, short-lived, or barely noticeable changes, you’re not alone. DIY tooth whitening often falls…
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Personalized smile design consulation.

See What a Personal Smile Design Consultation Looks Like With Dr. Desai

When you think about a smile makeover, you might picture a quick fix or a flashy before-and-after. But at Luminous Smiles, it’s so much more. Dr. Desai’s approach to smile design is thoughtful, personalized, and focused on creating results that look beautiful and feel natural for years to come. Every smile she crafts is carefully…
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